Applebee's Santa Fe Stuffed Chicken Recipe

Name: Applebee's Santa Fe Stuffed Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 x boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 pkt Monterey Jack cheese - (8 ounce or possibly larger); 1/2 c. butter melted; 1 c. Italian seasoned bread crumbs; 1 1/2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp grnd cumin; 1/2 tsp freshly-grnd black pepper; 1 sm red bell pepper; 1 sm green bell pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cut some of the cheese into 8 slices, and reserve part of it for the cheese sauce.
2
Place 1 chicken breast between two sheets of wax paper.
3
Working from the center to the edges lb.
4
with a meat mallet till flat and rectangular shaped.
5
Repeat with remaining breasts.
6
Wrap the flattened chicken breasts around cheese.
7
Secure with wooden picks or possibly uncooked spaghetti noodles.
8
Combine the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, cumin and pepper.
9
Roll the secured chicken pcs in the melted butter and then in the bread crumb mix.
10
Place chicken breasts in a 13- by 9-inch baking dish, but do not crowd them.
11
Drizzle the remaining butter over all eight of the breasts.
12
Chill for 1 hour or possibly freeze to bake later (baking time will be increased by about 5 - 10 min).
13
Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 25 to 30 min or possibly till chicken is done.
14
Make a roux with butter and flour.
15
Add in about 1 c. lowfat milk.
16
Bring to a simmer.
17
Add in cheese and lower the heat, stirring constantly so cheese does not burn.
18
Add in lowfat milk as needed to thin out the cheese sauce.
19
Dice bell peppers.
20
When chicken is done, pour some cheese sauce over top and sprinkle with diced peppers.
21
This recipe yields 4 servings.

688

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 x boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 pkt Monterey Jack cheese - (8 ounce or possibly larger), 1/2 c. butter melted, 1 c. Italian seasoned bread crumbs, and more.

Yes, Applebee's Santa Fe Stuffed Chicken Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!